| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, August 2, 1890
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, William Flis, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, August 2, 1890" by Various is a satirical periodical published during the late 19th century (Victorian era). This collection contains humorous sketches, poems, and articles that reflect the social and political climate of the time. It likely covers topics ranging from societal norms and mores to current events and politics in a light and entertaining manner. The content of this volume of "Punch" includes various comedic pieces, such as poems mocking military conduct, humorous accounts of American and British cultural exchanges, and light-hearted critiques of contemporary theatre and society. One highlighted piece discusses an American gentleman's comedic misconceptions about marriage and British culture. Other sketches poke fun at noteworthy figures like Henry Irving in relation to his performances. Throughout the publication, the sharp wit and humor characteristic of "Punch" shine through, shedding light on the absurdities of its time while provoking thought about societal issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
English wit and humor -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12323 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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